Benton is a native of Charlottesville, and his sole career has been in Real Estate Brokerage since graduating from Hampden-Sydney College. First licensed in 1977. He earned his Brokers License in 1981. After working for Alcova Realty1977-1982, HasBrouck & Graham Real Estate 1983-1989, and Montague, Miller & Co Realtors 1990-1996 . Downer and Associates was formed in 1996. As a principal broker, Benton brings years of Commercial Brokerage experience and a significant list of customers and completed transactions. Benton is very active in his church and the Charlottesville community, Has served as a committee member, and as a member of the Board of Directors for the Virginia Association of Realtors. He has Served the Charlottesville Association of Realtors in every Capacity including President in 2005.
Key role player in Charlottesville economics serving as President for the Downtown Mall. In addition, Bill also owned and operated William’s Colonnade located at the shops of Barracks Road. His knowledge of the Charlottesville and surrounding areas makes him an irreplaceable key player in the Charlottesville Real Estate market.